Smartphones are among the most sought after deals. We’ve picked out the best discounts and laid out expert buying advice so you can get the most for your money
Smartphones. Everyone has one and most people are on the lookout for a new one at some point – but no-one ever wants to pay full price. This means it’s becoming even more important for people to find the best possible deals – whether on contract to spread the cost of the handset or SIM-free where you save on long-term costs. But not all deals are good deals. Retailers will sometimes take advantage of sales hysteria and push discounts that aren’t any better than the rest of their year-round prices. That’s why we are collecting all the genuinely best deals and offering our expert buying advice to make sure you don’t get ripped off. If you’re studying, also see our article on the best phone contracts for students. Which phone is best? The answer lies in how you use your phone, your budget and what you’re looking to get out of your phone. Tech Advisor has a number of buying guides to help you decide the best way forward. We’ve outlined some of the key points and what to expect out of each buying guide below. If you’re looking for deals on the best smartphone on the market there are a few things you may need to consider. First off, should you buy an iPhone or an Android? Should you buy unlocked or on a pay-monthly plan? And also, how do you choose the right SIM? Of course, the best phones on the market will often have premium prices too. Samsung Galaxy phones and iPhones may seem like the top choice but if you’re on a budget there are tonnes of other powerful options out there for less-than-premium prices too (see the best Chinese phones guide below, as an example). Some of the most impressive phones on the market right now, like the OnePlus 9 Pro, Oppo Find X3 Pro and Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, all come from Chinese brands. Chinese phones can be powerful, often with dual-SIM support, and at competitive prices.
